Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about William Knox s Medical Bills 7 January 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Appears to be of very similar content to, though not an exact copy of, GLC02437.03232.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox Regarding William Knox s Health and Several Financial Matters Duplicate 7 September 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Duplicate of GLC02437.03188.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox Regarding William Knox s Health and Several Financial Matters 7 September 5 October 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marked duplicate. Includes two letters from James Webber, both written from London. In the first letter, in a clerical hand, but initialed by Webber, written on 7 September 1785, Webber outlines his dealings with Knox's brother, William, whom he had cared for when William became mentally unstable. Writes that due to a variety of circumstances, including poor sales of his goods, William became afflicted with a lowness of spirits: and a desire to be alone. Webber took him into his home and helped him prepare to depart for America. Begs Knox to write to him about William's well-being when he arrives. Also, outlines the amount of money William's care cost him, including the charges of Dr. Monro (see GLC02437.03187), which Henry Knox promised Webber he would reimburse him for (see GLC02437.03171). Encloses several letters for Mrs. Lucy Knox from family members (not included). Webber's autograph letter signed from 5 October 1785 explains that he has not heard anything further of the ship carrying William to Boston. Has received a note from the Marquis de Lafayette thanking him for his care of William and asking William to visit him. Relates several financial matters. Reports on seeing relatives of Lucy's, who were in good health. Sends compliments and wishes to hear from them as soon as William has arrived.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about William Knox s Health and Business Matters 5 May 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expresses his gratitude for the care Webber has taken to assist his brother William, who suffered from mental illness. Mentions a box of books, sent from London by Sharp, that were damaged in transit. Writes, I am not well acquainted with the state of my brothers affairs... Extensively discusses the details of business transactions left unattended by William. Relates that he will not be able to travel to London to care for William, due to the demands of his family and his recent acceptance of the post of Secretary at War. Asks that Webber send William to Boston and financially support him in the meantime. Promises to repay Webber with interest for the cost of William's care. Asks that if Webber cannot send William to Boston, to reduce the cost of his expenses: My own fortune or prospects are very far from being great & I have a large family to support & young children to educate But my unfortunate friend and Brother shall participate of the last shilling. In the margin of page seven, asks for Doctor Monro's opinion on William's condition (possibly referring to John Monro, noted for his study of insanity). Sends his regards to acquaintances in England, including his mother-in-law, Mrs. [Hannah] Flucker.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding William s Health and His Return to America 3 August 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to Webber, a caretaker and friend of Knox's brother William in England, regarding William's illness. Comments that he is very happy to hear William is doing well and that his prospects for recovery are positive. Discusses the likelihood that William will return to the United States, and hopes that he will, as his family will be able to provide a thousand tendernesses to soothe his mind & restore its tranquility. If William recovers, Knox suggests he stay in New York, with Knox and his wife and children; if he returns while still ill, requests that William return to Boston, as Knox has arranged for his care there. Reaffirms his statement in a previous letter that in case my brothers affairs should be so embarrased as to render him unable to pay the expenses of his confinement, Knox will reimburse Webber for any advances he had to make. Encloses a letter to William, as well as a packet to Mrs. Flucker, his mother-in-law, which he hopes Webber can safely deliver to her. Mrs. Knox sends her regards.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Concerning Family and Debtors 8 June 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mentions the embarrassments of Mr. [Richard] Soderstrom, who has recently moved to a house nearby. Discusses the payments being made by debtors such as a Mr. Goodene, as well as the sale of goods. Mentions the health of his brother, William Knox, whom Webber cared for during his period of illness in England, and also discusses his wife Lucy Knox and his mother-in-law, Mrs. [Hannah] Flucker, who has recently died.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about Debt 5 September 1790 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells Webber that William Knox will inform him of his debt in [Samuel] Ogden's hands. Says he has confidence in the goodness of the debt.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox Asking Him to Get Ogden to Pay His Debt 4 February 1794 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1794 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Has not received a letter from Knox since 7 August 1793. Says I must once more intreat your exertions to close the Acco[unt]t with Mr. Ogden, who has so very long protracted payment, and now can have no excuse whatever. Asks that Knox's powerful abilities be used on his behalf. Sends his regards to William Knox and asks that he pay his bill of 30 dollars.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding Negotiations with Broome and Platt 5 March 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes that he is happy Webber approves of the negotiations he conducted with the firm of Broome & Platt, and brings him up to date on the status of their negotiations. Declares that Mr. [Samuel] Ogden has sold a lot of Webber's goods but had to sell them on credit. Also discusses the state of his brother William Knox's health upon his arrival in the United States. Sends Mrs. Lucy Knox's regards to Mrs. Webber.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding William s Health and Business and Financial Matters 7 September 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to Mr. James Webber of London on a variety of topics. First, thanks him very much for caring for Knox's brother William when William was ill. Is overjoyed to hear of his restoration to reason and health, and that he will be returning to America from England. Discusses a variety of other topics, including trade between America and England, Boston politics, and the financial business between Webber, Knox, and the firm of Broome & Platt (see GLC02437.03185).

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox on the Condition of William Knox s Mental Health and Business Matters 2 March 1785 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Webber reports on the condition of Henry's brother, William, who suffered from mental illness. Writes, I now am griev'd that I cannot send you more agreeable tidings, still continues in the same way, and I fear but little probability of a quick recovery to a sound state of Mind- has some small intervals of reason, but it soon wears away- appetite tolerable, but much alter'd in his appearance. Promises to continue to care for William if Henry cannot come to England. Discusses financial matters that have been neglected by William. Mentions a letter from General Oglethorpe (possibly James Oglethorpe) he did not enclose in his last correspondence with Knox, noting that he sent the letter in a box of books.

Download or read book William Knox to Henry Knox about Ogden s Debts to Webber and Merchant News 5 July 1790 written by William Knox and published by . This book was released on 1790 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reports on a recent visit he made to [Samuel] Ogden. Attempted to persuade Ogden to pay a debt he owed [James] Webber, a London merchant, but Ogden has to wait for money that is owed to him before he can pay the debt. Relates that he delivered several letters to different individuals, and discusses the prospect of exporting flax seed to Ireland. Informs Knox that two ships from India have arrived in Philadelphia since he has been there, and they both have full cargoes. Says that [Thomas] Mifflin has taken him to dine with the Society of the Cincinnati. Writes, Bells ringing and Grays gardens preparing for an exhibition of something more than common - all the Phila world to be there - No doubts existing here with respect to holding the next session of Congress in the State House of this City. Signature has been clipped, resulting in additional text loss.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber Regarding Business Matters 6 December 1786 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1786 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Writes to Webber to discuss a variety of business matters. Explains why he has not written in some time, but thanks him on Mrs. Knox's behalf for advice he wrote to her the previous July. Provides an update on the status of merchandise (such as gensang, likely ginseng) being sold on Webber's behalf by Mr. [Samuel] Ogden in New York. Relates that he has had to sell most of the merchandise on credit. Discusses his dealings with several merchants who owe money in England.

Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber about His Brother William s Return to Boston and Business Matters 6 June 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Knox writes to Webber, a London merchant and close friend of his brother, William Knox. Urges Webber to arrange for William's passage to America, possibly on Captain Coffin's ship or the next vessel that will accept him. Discusses business transactions left unattended by William, mentioning the firm Smith & Loring, the possible sale of the Birmingham, and the sale of carpeting.

Download or read book James Webber to Henry Knox about Money and Taxes 7 February 1787 written by James Webber and published by . This book was released on 1787 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discusses financial arrangements and is happy to hear that Knox has received part of the monies owed him. Writes, however, that [a]s Mr. Soderstam and Goodeve has not yet paid, must request you to take every step, which you may judge most prudent and effectual towards recovering the Money, as the longer Goodeves is left, I am fearful ye worse it will be. Advises Knox to encourage Mr. [Samuel] Ogden to sell as many of their goods as possible. Comments on the serious tax burden faced by Americans, and how this influences international trade. Mentions that he is happy to hear William Knox is doing better, as he received a letter from William by the last post. Also provides information on Mrs. Hannah Urquhart, Knox's sister-in-law, and declares that she possesses a good share of health and spirits. Adds that he and his wife send their kind wishes to Mrs. Knox.

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Download or read book Henry Knox to James Webber on the Settlement of a Debt 30 September 1785 written by Henry Knox and published by . This book was released on 1785 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Draft of GLC02437.03204, written in the hand of Samuel Shaw.